10 Powerful Affirmations That Can Change Your Life January 28, 2014 |Consciousness |J.RichardsonIf you believe that you are what you feel, then life truly stems from your thoughts and emotions. Affirmations or the process of repeating positive words can boost your spirit to new levels. We must translate our thoughts into words and eventually into intention in order to manifest what we want in our reality. Affirmations are proven methods of self-improvement because of their ability to rewire our brains and have the power to change people's lives. Science also says that positive self-talk definitely brings about changes in the brain. Here are 10 powerful affirmations that can change your life.

The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success January 26, 2014 |Consciousness |EditorDeepak Chopra's holistic and spiritual views of life are so profound that they have offered millions around the world an opportunity to learn transformative concepts in coping with physical illness, emotional turmoil, stress, loss and many other factors that affect our wellbeing. In The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, Chopra outlines 7 powerful principles you can use to fulfill your deepest desires with effortless joy. If you put them into practice, youíll realize that you can manifest whatever youíve been dreaming about.

9 Reasons You Need To Be Giving and Receiving Hugs Everyday January 23, 2014 |Happiness |J.RichardsonHugging helps the immune system, cures depression, reduces stress and induces sleep. Itís invigorating, rejuvenating and has no unpleasant side effects. It is all natural, organic, naturally sweet, no pesticides, no preservatives, no artificial ingredients and 100 percent wholesome. There are no batteries to wear out, no periodic check-ups, low energy consumption, high energy yield, inflation proof, nonfattening, no monthly payments, theft-proof, nontaxable, nonpolluting and, of course, fully returnable. Hugging is practically perfect, with the only exception that it can't recreate the wheel. Here are 9 reasons you need hugs everyday.

Insightful Connections to Universal Love January 15, 2014 |Consciousness |M.DelfinoEvery day this year, I am seeing and feeling amazing insights into what this year is unleashing for us all. I wanted to share it with you because truly, we are all in this incredible time on Earth together and I feel that we are so fortunate to be able to re-create ourselves and in turn, re-create our world.

Photographer Shows Proof of Shocking Similarities In Human Templates Between Complete Strangers January 13, 2014 |Consciousness |J.RichardsonBillions of souls have inhabited Earth, but there have only been about 500 original human templates to choose from throughout human history. These templates were both a reflection of inner and outer beauty. Many metaphysicians have denied the existence of these templates. A 62-year-old Montreal-based photographer has spent the last 12 years scouring the world for complete strangers who have alarmingly similar physical characteristics. The results, at least in part, support the contention that not only do these templates exist, but sometimes to such a degree that there are other human beings on the planet that look almost identical to others, despite no relation whatsoever.

Fascinating New Study Shows How Emotions Are Mapped On The Human Body January 7, 2014 |Consciousness |M.ForresterEmotions coordinate our behavior and physiological states during survival-salient events and pleasurable interactions. Even though we are often consciously aware of our current emotional state, such as anger or happiness, the mechanisms giving rise to these subjective sensations have remained unresolved. Brilliant research by Finnish scientists has mapped the areas of our body that are experiencing an increase or decrease in sensory activity when we experience a particular emotion.

The Year of Fierce Love January 5, 2014 |Consciousness |D.HallAlready I'm witnessing many people on social media decrying that 2014 will be the year of the Heart coming into full power; the year when communities become activated globally to transform the world like never before; the year when love takes things to the next level. And I'm joyous to say I'm in full agreement :) The last few years have felt like initiations for our species with the rife challenges that have borne down on us. From environmental disasters, to unimaginable corruption in politics and financial systems, to conscious social movements of resistance and activation, etc. etc. etc. It's been a dizzying time to say the least. Many spoke of being glad that 2013 was over and that there was palpable feeling that 2014 would be a time where we transcended and took flight. May it be :)